The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) raided a factory in Harbanspura, Lahore on Wednesday and seized 1,200 litres of carbonated beverage solution after learning that it manufactured counterfeit carbonated beverages using various well-known brand names.
In addition, the authority filed a police report (FIR) accusing the factory owner of adulteration and forgery.
According to PFA Director General Shoaib Khan Jadoon, the factory was subject to enforcement action because it was producing fake drinks devoid of formulas that could cause cancer and ulcer diseases. He claimed that the food authority team seized three cylinders, 1,200 empty bottles, 2,000 lids, and the labelling of numerous well-known beverage brands.
He claimed that contaminated water, chemicals, loose colours, and artificial sweeteners were being used to make fake drinks.
During a Monday raid on Lahore-Sheikhupura GT Road Lahore, the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) also halted production at a well-known restaurant due to numerous violations. PFA Director General Shoaib Khan Jadoon oversaw the raid.
He claimed that the restaurant was subject to action by the PFA for using subpar “Desi Ghee” in the preparation of various food dishes and for maintaining the worst possible levels of hygiene.
